Enforcement Lawyers and Investigators

• Work on a variety of high-profile matters and investigations
• Opportunities across Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane, Hobart and Perth
• Salary from $114,351 - $126,072 (depending on experience) + 15.4 % superannuation

A future with ASIC means that your work will contribute to ASIC's vision for a fair, strong and efficient financial system for all Australians. We value what you will bring. We value those with sharp, analytical minds and are open to challenging the way things are done. 

The team 

ASIC's Enforcement and Compliance Group (ECG) is responsible for the conduct of ASIC's initial inquiries, compliance and enforcement work across all sectors, excluding markets. The ECG comprises a number of teams, including Investigation and Enforcement Action Teams.

The role 

As a Lawyer or Investigator in one of our Investigation and Enforcement Action Teams, you will manage and contribute to large complex investigations of suspected misconduct.

You will:

• develop investigation strategy, plan and conduct investigations, lead staff and manage resources
• plan and scope investigations, identifying appropriate investigative approaches
• employ a range of evidence gathering techniques, including conducting examinations, interviewing witnesses, taking complex statements and undertaking document reviews using electronic tools
• analyse evidence, develop appropriate case theories and actively progress investigations
• identify issues arising in investigations that present challenges and implement strategies to resolve
• compile briefs for the Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecution (CDPP) and assist them to prepare and conduct criminal prosecutions
• support ASIC inhouse Litigation Counsel in commencing and conducting civil litigation in the Supreme and/or Federal Courts, including briefing and instructing Counsel
• compile administrative briefs to ASIC delegates, liaising with delegates and representing ASIC at administrative hearings
• work in partnership with other ASIC teams to achieve effective enforcement outcomes
• provide written and oral briefings to Senior Executives, Executive Directors and Commissioners

About you

We are looking for people with an inquisitive and analytical mind set who are comfortable working with complex information in a changing environment. You will be proactive and outcome-driven, with the ability to plan, deliver and manage complex investigations through to completion. With your expertise in managing stakeholders, advocating on complex issues and your highly developed written and verbal communication skills, you will enjoy working as part of a large, multi-skilled team.

You'll be experienced in investigations and case management and/or project management, including the conduct of civil litigation and the preparation of criminal briefs of evidence.

We are committed to a diverse workforce and seek people from a variety of backgrounds. If you are an Accountant, Investigative Analyst, Criminologist, Investigator or Lawyer, or just have a genuine interest in the work that ASIC does, then we want to hear from you.

About ASIC 

ASIC's remit is one of the broadest of regulators across the world.

ASIC regulates corporations, markets, financial services and consumer credit, and monitors and promotes market integrity and consumer protection in the Australian financial system.

Through our enforcement work, we hold to account those who contravene the law, working to achieve strong outcomes that address the greatest consumer and investor harms.

Through Moneysmart, we aim to improve the skills and knowledge of Australians and provide information and tools to help them in their decision making.

A future with ASIC means that your work will contribute to achieving ASIC's vision for a fair, strong and efficient financial system for all Australians.

ASIC is committed to a providing a diverse and inclusive workplace where the very best talent in Australia chooses to work. Indigenous Australians are encouraged to apply as well as applicants from all backgrounds and with different abilities

To work with us, you need to be an Australian citizen and be prepared to complete an ASIC Suitability and Baseline Security Assessment, which is issued by ASIC's Security team.  

View the position description for more information or click ‘apply' to start your application.

Applications for this role will close at 11:59pm on Wednesday 7 February 2024.